Andrea McCracken

Experience

1. Director of Real World Evidence

   Guardian Research Network

   Oct 2022 — Present

   Serves as thought leader for GRN Real-World Evidence projects with experience in the provision of datasets to support external control arm studies, FDA post-marketing commitment studies, data landscaping, and AI modeling. Experienced in leading end-to-end delivery of data science initiatives, ensuring client satisfaction and successful execution of complex projects. Acts as the primary liaison between clients and cross-functional teams to define requirements and translate business needs into actionable data strategies. Provides clinical and technical guidance while overseeing the development of tailored solutions and tools to support customer-facing value propositions within an ethical framework.Drives the design and implementation of efficient data management processes, integrating multiple internal and external data sources to improve data quality, reduce complexity, and enhance operational efficiency. Contributes to building a robust, scalable data infrastructure aligned with modern data architecture principles.Ensures high standards in data governance, quality, and compliance across projects, while supporting business development efforts and identifying opportunities to drive innovation and value through data.Directly supervises staff responsible for data delivery projects.

Education

• The George Washington University

  Master of Public Health (MPH), Global Environmental Health

  2013 — 2015

• Wofford College

  B.A., Environmental Studies, Government

  2009 — 2013